How To Fix PRJ_CIF_LOG153 - Unknown work center in network &1 / activity &2; check entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRJ_CIF_LOG - CIF Application Log Messages for Networks

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Unknown work center in network &1 / activity &2; check entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG153 - Unknown work center in network &1 / activity &2; check entry ?

  The SAP error message PRJ_CIF_LOG153 indicates that there is an issue with a work center in a network activity within the Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) module. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find the specified work center for the given network and activity.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Work Center: The work center specified in the network activity does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The work center may not be properly configured or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Transfer Issues: If you are using CIF (Core Interface) for data transfer between SAP systems (like R/3 and APO), there may be issues with the data transfer that lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Assignment: The work center may not be assigned correctly to the relevant plant or project.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Work Center: Verify that the work center exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the work center transaction (e.g., CR01 or CR02) and checking if the work center is active and correctly configured.
  Validate Network and Activity: Ensure that the network and activity in question are correctly set up and that they reference the correct work center.
  CIF Settings: If you are using CIF, check the CIF settings and ensure that the work center is included in the data transfer. You may need to re-run the CIF transfer for the relevant objects.
  Check Plant Assignment: Ensure that the work center is assigned to the correct plant and that the plant is active in the project or production order.
  Consult Logs: Review any logs or error messages related to the CIF transfer to identify any additional issues that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  CR01/CR02: Create/Change Work Center
  C223: Check Work Center Assignment in Network
  CNO1: Display Network
  
  
  CIF Monitoring: Use transaction code CIFMON to monitor CIF data transfer and check for any errors or inconsistencies.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on work centers, networks, and CIF configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the PRJ_CIF_LOG153 error message.